Behavioral Health Tech II
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician contributes to the health and well-being of patients and assists the care team in providing constant safety observations, redirection, de-escalation, and care for patients identified as being at risk to themselves or others. This is a full-time day-shift position in the Acute Crisis Unit, scheduled Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Most new hires start between $15.30 and $19.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. The position is designated safety sensitive; current medical marijuana users cannot be hired. Arkansas Children’s is a tobacco-free workplace, and flu vaccination is required.
Requirements
- Two years of relevant work experience; a high school diploma or GED may substitute for two years of work experience.
- Current users of medical marijuana are not eligible because this is a safety-sensitive position.
- Flu vaccination is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) certification from the Academy for Addiction Professionals.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification through Prometric.
- Mental Health Technician (CMHT) certification from the National Career Certification Board.
- Mental Health Technician certification from the National Career Certification Board.
- Registered Behavior Technician certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Responsibilities
- Document patients’ mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits, and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
- Directly observe patients and document vital statistics.
- Recognize and report early signs of escalation to the patient care team.
- Communicate effectively with the treatment team to support safe, quality care.
- Respond appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
- Apply evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
- Complete delegated patient care, which may include vital signs, intake and output, heights, weights, head circumference, activities of daily living, and other patient care assignments, safely and efficiently.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly patient and department environment.
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges as directed by licensed staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
